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An Oasis in the City

An Oasis in the City

A semi-detached house, recently renovated with the highest quality materials, located in an exclusive private area used only by the neighbours with 24H security service. The residential complex was awarded with the FAD Prize (Foment de les Arts Decoratives), for its arquitectural design. Our place is in a pedestrian street that keeps you away from the hustle of the city. An exquisite three storey house with a cosy patio by the entrance and a nice terrace upstairs, both great to enjoy and relax at any day time the peace and quietness of the neighbourhood. A pearl in the city.
Ground floor: Patio by the entrance that leads you to the living room; a modern Italian design kitchen open to the living room; and a bathroom.
First floor: Two bedrooms with queen size beds, one with a japanese style wardrobe and flat TV screen; a walk-in closet with a complex daylight system and a stylish bathroom where you can indulge yourself in a multi-jet Hansgrohe Raindance shower.
Second floor: closet with washing machine and dryer and access to the 35m2 solarium where you can enjoy the views of the skyline by the beach and the privacy, peace and quietness of our place sorrounded by fragrant flowers. In sunny days you can lie down on the deck chairs for sunbathing and refreshing in the outdoor shower.
Additional amenities:
- Complimentary bottle of spanish wine, mineral water and seasonal fruit.
- Safe box
- High speed Internet access (WiFi)
- Cable TV
- Daikin air conditioning
- 42' plasma TV (living room), 28' LCD TV (bedroom)
- DVD player
- Dishwasher
- Hairdryer
- High quality cotton towels and linens provided (Naf-Naf)
- Soap, shampoo and conditioner provided.
- Covered garage in the same building (optional).

Overview

Details

Property

house

People

6

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2

Minimum Stay

3 - 4 nights

About the property

House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths, (Sleeps 4-6)

A semi-detached house, recently renovated with the highest quality materials, located in an exclusive private area used only by the neighbours with 24H security service. The residential complex was awarded with the FAD Prize (Foment de les Arts Decoratives), for its arquitectural design. Our place is in a pedestrian street that keeps you away from the hustle of the city. An exquisite three storey house with a cosy patio by the entrance and a nice terrace upstairs, both great to enjoy and relax at any day time the peace and quietness of the neighbourhood. A pearl in the city.

Ground floor: Patio by the entrance that leads you to the living room; a modern Italian design kitchen open to the living room; and a bathroom.

First floor: Two bedrooms with queen size beds, one with a japanese style wardrobe and flat TV screen; a walk-in closet with a complex daylight system and a stylish bathroom where you can indulge yourself in a multi-jet Hansgrohe Raindance shower.

Second floor: closet with washing machine and dryer and access to the 35m2 solarium where you can enjoy the views of the skyline by the beach and the privacy, peace and quietness of our place sorrounded by fragrant flowers. In sunny days you can lie down on the deck chairs for sunbathing and refreshing in the outdoor shower.

About Lydia

My name is Lydia and I was born in Barcelona. I work as an air traffic controller at Barcelona airport, approach radar controller. I love travelling around the world and I want for my guests to feel like at home despite of being far away from it. I treat people the way I would like to be treated to make them enjoy as much as I can this incredible city where I am from and that I love so much, my dear Barcelona...

I will give you some advice about Highlights, places not to be missed, restaurants and concerts, do ask me as many questions as you might have. It is my pleasure being able to help you.

I am sure you will enjoy your stay with us.

Lydia purchased this house in 1998

Guestbook comments from the owner

We stayed in a rare gem in Barcelona. Off the street in a pedestrian walkway. Quiet, peaceful, safe. This apartment is a dream and a haven of perfection. Lydia is obviously a special genuine true soul who cares and goes beyond anything to help. The design, quality and all the special details obviously reflect and mirror image the wonderfulness of our hosts. Merci mille fois…one thousands thank yous!

(107 traveller reviews)

Amazing property and hospitality

We absolutely loved this property. Everything we could possibly need or want was provided. Lydia was super helpful and responsive. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone interested in staying in Barcelona. It's a great location to hit many different areas of interest - from the Gothic area to the great Barcelona beaches to the many museums and historic attractions.

Nicely Furnished, Close to Beaches

Lydia is a wonderful hostess who goes the extra mile to make sure her guests are comfortable and cared for. The apartment is beautifully furnished and very comfortable, close to beaches, transport and shopping. Very quiet neighborhood, the pictures and other reviews are accurate. Solid choice in Barcelona!

Great base for exploring a beautiful city.

We arrived in Barcelona Airport to be met by Welcome Cars (prebooked online and 5*) and were delivered to Lydia's house very smoothly. The house itself was fantastic and probably the most well equipped I have ever stayed in. The place was spotless and there was an amazing grocery pack which was perfect as we arrived at lunchtime. We spent most of our time, when in the property, on the roof terrace which is a fantastic sun trap and place to soak up some end of summer sun. Bathrooms and Bedrooms were equally great.....We couldn't fault the place. The location is perfect for the bus/tube to get into town and the beach is less than 5 minutes away. We had a lovely stay in Barcelona and will certainly be back. A couple of bits of advice - pack some mozzie repellent (pharmacy just round the corner as there were a few about) and the restaurants in Port Olympic are very pushy with tourists. If you don't like that, head to town. Lydia has some great recommendations. All in all, everything you need for a super break. Thanks Lydia

The Olympic village of Barcelona is built on the sea front by the Port Olympic Marina. The two towers with a height of 153.5m dominate the Barcelona skyline, a nice view from our house. There are numerous sculptures along the sea front and a wide variety of restaurants, bars and 'chiringuitos' to enjoy the Mediterranean cuisine.

Another must-see is the Torre de las Aigues (1905); The Fish by the sea, designed by Frank Gehry, a huge copper-coloured steel structure that glimmers in the sunlight; the Plaza de Toros Monumental (1914) with its strongly influenced by Mudéjar and Byzantine architecture facade; the elegant Parc de la Ciutadella (1888) and its Monumental Cascade partially designed by Gaudí; and the Barceloneta, the old fisherman's area where you can feel the Mediterranean atmosphere you would expect to find in a fishing community, are some year round tourist attractions that you will not want to miss. And all of them within walking distance.

Take the subway (Ciutadella / Vila Olímpica L4) and in a quick ride of two stops you get to The Cathedral (13th-15th centuries), the astonishing Gothic Quarter where you walk back in History to the 10th century; and the Picasso Museum. One more stop and you will be by the well-known Plaza Cataluña and Las Ramblas.